Simmons, B, Read, S, Parfitt, A and Blackmore, T (2026) Public perceptions and attitudes towards disabled people: a thematic report. Office for Equality and Opportunity, London.
Abstract
This report presents a thematic review of 69 research studies exploring public perceptions and attitudes towards disabled people in the UK. These materials were identified in a systemic review commissioned by the Cabinet Office’s Disability Unit (DU) in 2021. The review was conducted by the Centre for Disability Studies at the University of Leeds, and Disability Rights UK. The research questions for this evidence review are: 1) What attitudes, stereotypes, assumptions (both positive and negative) towards disability do disabled people experience? 2) What other attitudes, stereotypes, assumptions (both positive and negative) do disabled people experience based on their other identities? 3) What are the impacts of these attitudes, stereotypes and assumptions on self-identity and feelings of inclusion in society? 4) What are the strategies and services/support that promote awareness of the capabilities and contributions of disabled people in society and/or impact widely on disabled people’s choices and chances in life, and on their everyday life experiences?
| Item Type: | Commissioned Report |
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| Note: | This report commissioned by the UK Government is available to read at the links below. |
| Divisions: | School of Education |
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| Date Deposited: | 17 Feb 2026 12:33 |
| Last Modified: | 17 Feb 2026 12:33 |
| URN: | https://researchspace.bathspa.ac.uk/id/eprint/17578 |
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